Oh my! I can’t get over how many of you loved this rustic farmhouse inspired lake house.  I thought that I share more of this 900 square foot little slice of Heaven that looks over one of Upstate New York’s coveted Finger Lakes, Honeoye Lake. This farmhouse inspired cottage is taking inspiration from the talented and resourceful Chip and Joanna Gaines of HGTV’s Fixer Upper: A gray cedar shake and white metal roof cottage with a wrap around porch that boasts views of the rolling hills and calm lake waters.  Just enough chippy, rusty, weathered and relaxed goodness to make this sweet Summer Cottage a true “catch…”

Fixer Upper Style

True open floor plan living with lake views from all rooms. A kitchen of white shaker cabinets with a gray speckled granite counter tie in with the light and bright interior of the cottage. A large peninsula for morning breakfast or the perfect buffet for weekend gatherings. Rustic metal and wood counter stools add charm and a farmhouse touch.

Rustic Chic Farmhouse Lake Cottage by Meme Hill Studio

Lofting Aspirations

Bringing your eye up I placed a reclaimed barn wood initial A, vintage fishing basket, rattan trays and a Weathered Metal Propeller add just the right touch above the cabinetry. This vignette adds just the right amount of interest and rustic charm.
Rustic Chic Farmhouse Lake Cottage by Meme Hill Studio

Nautical Stripes

The wet beach towels stop here! Here’s the finished product of the Painted Stripes Tutorial Post from a few weeks ago. Click on the highlighted text to teach you how to achieve this painted finish in just one day!  A vintage apple picking ladder leans against the striped wall and holds all the beach towels and blankets. A thrifted tin container, whimsical colorful bird and chalk painted chair become a bright addition to the hallway.

Rustic Chic Farmhouse Lake Cottage by Meme Hill Studio

Mix And Match

A gray painted and distressed vintage table with mismatched chairs adds warmth and to this open space.

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Setting The Table

Adding a vintage touch the table is set with colorful frosted fruit glasses, napkins held in a wire basket along with french bistro striped linens drape the chairs. Burlap placematts and a Rustic Ashwood and Metal Tray  become the centerpiece for a mason jar trio holding wild flowers from the neighboring field.

Rustic Chic Farmhouse Lake Cottage by Meme Hill Studio

Rustic Chic Farmhouse Lake Cottage by Meme Hill StudioTying in the burlap look with accessories is the this soft  Family Pillow . The felt script family is so welcoming and is a perfect addition to this family retreat.

Rustic Chic Farmhouse Lake Cottage by Meme Hill Studio

Loving Lake Life

There’s no mistaking where you’re at with the large rusty LAKE sign hung above the sliders leading out to the lake.  Fresh sunflowers sit on the Rustic Metal and Ashwood Tray ontop the dark stained Odessa Coffee Table. Nestled in front of the sliders is the super comfortable Oyster White Twill Slipcovered Lakeside Chair and a Half.  Sitting on top a vintage bamboo side table is the Chamberlain Table Lamp with a rattan drum shade. This lamp is the perfect reading light and adds oodles of charm and texture to this cozy weekend corner.

Rustic Chic Farmhouse Lake Cottage by Meme Hill StudioRustic Chic Farmhouse Lake Cottage by Meme Hill StudioTo fill up the side wall I purchased two sets of the Baci-e-Abracci wall mirror sets. Together they remind me of tic-tac-toe!

Rustic Chic Farmhouse Lake Cottage by Meme Hill Studio

R for Randall

Chartreuse euro pillows and playful graphics and colors brighten up the master bedroom. A thrifted dark wooden headboard gets a turquoise paint makeover.

Rustic Chic Farmhouse Lake Cottage by Meme Hill Studio

A collection of turquoise vintage vases and a painted dresser compliments the coastal art.
Rustic Chic Farmhouse Lake Cottage by Meme Hill Studio

Cool, Calm and Collected

The bathroom with its tall ceilings is painted in Sherwin Williams  SW 7661 Reflection and accented with gray and more chartreuse accessories.

Rustic Chic Farmhouse Lake Cottage by Meme Hill Studio

A large round hand-painted mirror casts a beautiful reflection of the guest room and mirrors the scroll pattern on the bed pillows.

Rustic Chic Farmhouse Lake Cottage by Meme Hill Studio

Fresh Coat of Paint

Craigslist matching twin beds get a graphite dark gray coat of chalk paint. A vintage bamboo side table is the ideal nightstand in this guest room. Bright neutral decor and comfy bedding entices family and friend to stay the weekend!

Rustic Chic Farmhouse Lake Cottage by Meme Hill Studio

Mismatched wicker chairs are spray painted with bright colors and scattered all over the wrap around porch. For more outdoor furniture inspirational check out the great collections from Raymour & Flanigan. Its the perfect time to score a sale!
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Farmhouse Finds

For all these great furnishings featured in this Rustic Chic Farmhouse Cottage head on to your local Raymour & Flanigan showroom. Don’t have a RF near you? Check out the 1,000’s of items that can be shipped right to your front door!  Happy Summer and thanks for swinging on by. If you need me I’ll be out on the porch!

xoxo Amie

 

Rustic Chic Farmhouse Lake Cottage by Meme Hill Studio

  • I have partnered with Raymour & Flanigan and received products in exchange for this post. All expressed opinions are 100% mine. Amie Freling

11 Comments

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    Audrey Klesta

    July 23, 2016

    This is exquisite! Cindy is sooooooooooooo lucky you did this for her!! Brava, bella!

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      memehillstudio

      July 23, 2016

      Thank you Auntie! Im missing my French family! A trip over the pond is way overdue. xox

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    Cindi Cronk

    July 23, 2016

    Great style as always. My favs: the rustic metal and wood counter stools; “Lake” sign, metal/ash wood tray, and your tic-tac-toe styled baci-e-abraci mirrors. Also love whole theme. The twin beds styled with the pillows and mirror looks lovely. Great job!!!

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    memehillstudio

    July 23, 2016

    Thanks so much Cindy! You are always so supportive! xo

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    Amanda

    July 27, 2016

    I love that rug between the twin beds! Where did you find that?!?

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      memehillstudio

      July 27, 2016

      Hi Amanda- The family script rug was purchased a few months ago from HomeGoods. So sweet, isn’t it?

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    Sharon Dorschel

    August 25, 2017

    I love every room in this home, you are so talented!

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      memehillstudio

      August 25, 2017

      This is the most charming
      lakehouse. You would love the wrap around porch and white metal roof!

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    Danielle

    August 25, 2017

    Omgosh Amie I’m in love with ALL of it!!

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      memehillstudio

      August 25, 2017

      Its so nice and the big porch is my favorite! Come on down to the Lake soon!

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Amie Freling

"Life's too short for white walls .." Amie Freling-Brown, a Rochester, NY-based designer and artist who transforms ho-hum spaces into works of art. Her creative designs can be found in many fine homes, restaurants and businesses. Her work has been featured in national magazines, on HGTV and has been sold through retailers nationwide from True Value Hardware to Nordstroms. She proudly offers such professional services as design, staging, color consultations and fine art.

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